Desert birding habitat

Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access is a productive birding destination in California, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Mallard among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/18/2026Cobal Canyon--Claremont Nature Trail1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/18/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

7/18/20261709 S Cordova St, Alhambra US-CA 34.07478, -118.115341 observed

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

7/17/2026Angeles NF--Little Santa Anita Cyn.4 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/17/2026Chino Creek Wetlands1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

7/16/2026Craig Regional Park, Fullerton4 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/15/2026Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, Buena Park1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/15/2026Ontario--7th Street settling ponds10 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/15/2026Sierra Vista Park area1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/14/2026Peck Rd. Water Conservation Park2 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

7/14/2026Upper Santa Ana River--Lakeview Ave. to Imperial Hwy3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

337/16/2026

Mallard

327/16/2026

Mourning Dove

47/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

37/16/2026

Common Gallinule

27/16/2026

American Coot

27/16/2026

Killdeer

37/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/16/2026

Caspian Tern

17/16/2026

Forster's Tern

67/16/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/16/2026

Western Grebe

27/16/2026

Clark's Grebe

27/16/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/16/2026

Snowy Egret

17/16/2026

Green Heron

37/16/2026

Great Egret

17/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/16/2026

Osprey

17/16/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

27/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access for birding?
The best months to visit Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access?
Notable species at Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access include Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access?
Birding at Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access?
Frank G. Bonelli RP - North Access offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.